Alpiner Extreme Regulator Automatic Watch AL-650DGN4AE6

The Watch

Swiss watchmaker Alpina was founded in 1883 and has long been recognized as the creator of the sport watch. This timepiece delivers impressive water resistance of 20 atmospheres, or 200 meters - making it a confident companion for water sports of all kinds. It's also crafted from premium materials engineered for lasting durability and robustness. First, a sapphire crystal sits atop the dial, offering long-term scratch protection. An anti-reflective coating ensures perfect legibility at all times. The case is crafted in 316L stainless steel and measures 41x42.5 mm with a thickness of 12 mm. Six screws secure the caseback. Finally, this Alpiner AL-650DGN4AE6 is a limited edition of just 888 pieces - if you're after a modern, sport-ready timepiece, don't wait.

The Dial

Refined and beautifully executed, this round dial features a stunning grey base with a guilloché finish adorned with engraved triangles - a nod to Alpina's iconic logo - creating a striking depth effect. This is a "Regulator"-type watch: the hour, minute, and second hands are non-coaxial, meaning each runs on its own independent axis. Center stage goes to a single sword-shaped hand indicating the minutes, finished in grey and white with a luminescent treatment for easy reading in the dark. The same treatment is applied to the two sub-dial hands and the indices. Hour markers are baton-style, with a double index at 12 o'clock. Two sub-dials sit at 6 and 10 o'clock, displaying 60 seconds and 12 hours respectively. Both feature a blue background - a color echoed at the dial's edge in the white minute track. Alpina signs its creation at 3 o'clock, with "Swiss Made" inscribed near the 6 o'clock index.

The Movement

The AL-650 caliber beats at the heart of this watch, driven by an automatic movement. It features 31 jewels and oscillates at 28,800 vibrations per hour. Built for reliability and durability, it delivers a power reserve of 38 hours.

The Strap

Crafted in rubber and finished in a rich dark blue, this strap is built to keep up with your active lifestyle while staying comfortable on the wrist. An ardillon buckle ensures a secure fit, and the strap measures 75x115 mm.

Water Resistance

This model is water resistant to 20 atmospheres - that's 200 meters. Built for the depths, it's designed for freediving and handles everything from high-pressure washers to open-water swimming without breaking a sweat. Showers, baths, lap swimming, and freediving? All covered. For scuba diving with tanks, we recommend a timepiece with a higher water resistance rating. Note: avoid operating the crown or pushers while submerged to preserve the movement's integrity.